What does the cryptic crossword clue "Stupid advice to overworked crossword compiler? (8)" mean?

The definition is "Stupid". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CLUE (synonym="CLUE") + LESS (synonym="LESS") = CLUELESS; definition: "Stupid" The answer is CLUELESS.

Stupid advice to overworked crossword compiler? (8)

Independent Cryptic #11689 | 17 Down | 2024-03-28 flower

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